Mitsubishi Outlander

The Japanese car manufacturer came up with a design concept vehicle named Mitsubishi ASX which was exhibited at the 2001 North American International Auto Show. With a few modifications to this concept, the Japanese started manufacturing a 5-seater crossover SUV which was tagged as Mitsubishi Outlander. After gaining a lot of popularity in Japan, North America, Europe and Canada, Mitsubishi collaborated with Hindustan Motors and launched this SUV in October 2008 in India. Recently, in mid 2012, Mitsubishi Outlander was re-launched in India with 7 seating (2-3-2) capacity. The foldable third row of seats unfortunately has a very poor legroom which can accommodate only kids. The SUV is priced at 20.5 lakhs approximately and varies from city to city.

Exterior

The all new Mitsubishi Outlander is a perfect blend of eye-catching and sleek exterior. From the front, the SUV looks more sporty and aggressive than before. The bold black colored hexagonal meshed honeycomb front grille gives a jet fighter like appearance. The chrome plated Mitsubishi logo stands out at the center of this trapezoidal shaped front grille just above the horizontally placed number plate. Adaptive front lighting system in the form of halogen headlamp cluster with integrated turn indicators, air intake duct and pushed in round shaped fog lamps at either sides of lower portion of the thick front bumper and ridge on the bonnet, all add up to the sport look of this SUV.

From the side, the smooth aerodynamic shape, roof rails, 16” alloy wheels, dominant wheel fenders, stylish outside rear view mirrors with integrated turn indicators and anti-pinch power windows laminated with green windshield glasses, make the SUV one of the best looking in its segment. From the rear, the most prominent feature is the LED studded chromed tail lamps which significantly enhance its appearance from the rear. Other features on the rear include high mount LED stop integrated on the lower portion of the rear spoiler, dual exhaust pipe on the right (when viewed from rear), rear fog lamps on either sides of lower rear bumper and impressive windshield. Mitsubishi Outlander measures 4640 mm in length, 1800 mm in width and 1680 mm in height with a ground clearance of 215 mm.

Mitsubishi Outlander Colours

Mitsubishi Outlander comes with the following colour options:

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  Sparkling Gold


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  Chic Black


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  Vogue White


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  Runway Grey

Interior

Mitsubishi Outlander is not only attractive from outside, but also elegant from the inside. Everything from the rich dashboard and the stylish instrument panel to the premium beige colored leather seating upholstery and spacious interiors exudes the luxury of this SUV. Interior features like 3-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel mounted with audio controls, keyless entry, cruise control, paddle shifts, automatically adjustable driver seat and backrests, automatic door locking system, automatic headlamp turn off feature, front cup holder and bottle holder, remote folding rear seats, chrome plated inner door handles and Rockford Fosgate 710 watt music system with 6 CD changer and a USB port with Aux in add up to the comfort of this SUV.

Engine & Performance

The Mitsubishi Outlander is powered by a powerful 2.4 Litre, 16 valve MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing and Electronic Control System) petrol engine. This engine is capable of generating a power of 170 PS @ 6000 rpm and a torque of 226 Nm @ 4100 rpm. With an ECI-MULTI (Electronically controlled multi point fuel injection) fuel system, the vehicle gives a decent mileage of 8.2 km on city traffic and 11.3 km on highways. The engine is mated to INVECS-III CVT transmission system with 6 speed manual and 6 speed paddle shift.

Type	Displacement(cc)	Max Power (BHP/rpm)	Max Torque (Nm/rpm)
Petrol	2360	170/6000	226/4100

Safety

Mitsubishi Outlander is considered as the benchmark among the SUVs when it comes to safety and security. Handling in enhanced with the help of four disc brakes (2 of them ventilated discs), independent 4 wheel drive, McPherson suspension (front) and multi-link suspension (rear), mono tube dampers, coil springs, anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD), active stability control (ASC) and engine immobilizer. Safety and security features include dual SRS airbags, pre-tensioners for the front seats, child protection rear door locks, security alarm with ultra sonic sensor, power and heated seats, reverse parking cameras, automatic climate control air conditioner, Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) body design to ensure collision safety body, lightweight aluminum roof panels and rigid structure of the body.

Specifications

Features	Variant (Petrol)
Engine	2360cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve
Transmission	Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	60 L
Power	167.7 bhp @ 6000rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	8.2/11.3 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Mitsubishi Outlander	Rs. 20,89,000

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe offers more saloon car-like refinement and handling characteristics while ushering in a new design language set to make an appearance on a number of firm’s future models. This new design in the car dubbed Storm Edge, is an evolution of the company’s now well known Fluidic Sculpture language that makes the car look more urban.  So whether you are planning to buy or not this SUV from Hyundai, the new Santa Fe does look handsome and suitably up market. Hyundai is doing its level best to bring in the new Santa Fe into the Indian market by 2013 and with a price tag of Rs 23-26 lakh for the current car, the Korean company is definitely looking forward for its success here.

Exterior

Looking at the car one can come to know that the designers at Hyundai have used the natural things to shape the car. The curving roof and pillar silhouettes give the impression of a cumulus cloud crest while the strong character lines on the flanks are meant to imitate the wind. Also the sharper elements like the headlamps, angular front valance and prominent single-frame grille allude to lightning. The front end of the car is marked with a striking hexagonal grille as well as LED accent lighting. The sides gets the attention via a sleek design LED Side Repeater, body colour side mirrors with power adjusting and heating option to defrost quickly in cold weather, 19 inch Euroflange alloy wheels as well as the distinctive side lines that enhance the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle.

On the top there’s panoramic sunroof which provides exceptional openness for more sun, fresh air & better view to both the front as well as rear passengers. Finally the rear is marked with twin tip chrome tailpipe with bold aesthetic styling and rear parking assist sensors that helps during parking and reverse driving situations.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Colours

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe comes with the following colour options:

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  Moonstone Silver


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  Marlin Blue


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  Juniper Green


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  Carbo Bronze


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  Titanium Silver


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  Serrano Red


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  Twilight Black

Interior

The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is longer, lower and wider than its predecessor the result of which being appreciable increase in head, shoulder and legroom as well as a luggage compartment. The interior definitely shows how much attention has the designers at Hyundai given to every detail in the car including the ergonomically flowing two-tone front dashboard having standard steering wheel mounted with Bluetooth, audio and cruise controls. The car also features sophisticated styling with sedan-level of comfort by providing some of the premium features like heated front seats, heated steering wheels, panoramic sunroof, cooled front seats and 12 way power adjustable driver seat with power lumbar support. Some of the other features includes CD/MP3/USB/aux-in audio systems across the range, keyless start-up, manual and automatic air-conditioning with second/third row ventilation where applicable, electric parking brake on GLS models, optional reverse camera, cruise control, auto lights and wipers, electric windows and mirrors.

Engine & Performance

The new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have two diesel engine options. The first and the more powerful one being the all new 2.0L V6 turbocharged GDI engine producing a massive 264 hp & 269lb-ft of torque. This engine also has an improved fuel efficiency of 9.1L/100km. The second being the 2.4L engine with enhanced GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) Technology producing a max power output of 190 hp & torque of max 181 lb-ft. Both these engines are mated to a six-speed transmission with SHIFTRONIC® manual control and also at the same time been well tested in Hyundai Sonata.

Type	Displacement(cc)	Max Power (BHP/rpm)	Max Torque (Nm/rpm)
Diesel	2359	190/6300	181/4250
Diesel	1998	264/6000	269/1750

Safety

The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with tons of active & passive safety features. Standard on all models being the 7 airbags and high tensile strength steel chassis structure. Other safety feature includes state of art braking system comprising of Anti lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) with Traction Control System (TCS) to ensure braking is done properly even in adverse road conditions, Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) and backup camera. All these features have helped the vehicle achieve a five-star EuroNCAP crash rating.

Specifications

Features	2.4 Litre version	2 Litre version
Engine	2359 cc	1998 cc
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	66 L	66 L
Power	190 bhp @ 6300rpm	181 bhp @ 4250rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	10.1 km	11.0 km

Price and Competition

The new Santa Fe will be priced around Rs 24-25 lakhs in India and would be competing against some of the recently made popular vehicles like the Renault Koleos, and the new Chevrolet Captiva.

Mercedes Benz G Class

The new Mercedes Benz G class is a modern day equivalent of a big, furry all-terrain animal. Launched first in the year 1979, this vehicle was primarily meant for tough, off-road terrains. Since then the vehicle has been regularly modified to meet the customer requirements. But after around three decades the German auto giant has finally brought in the vehicle some major changes that has definitely given momentum in its sales figures. With a comprehensive amount of facelift, apart from the new and luxurious interiors, some careful modifications on exterior, new safety features, as well as new engine, this cross counrty vehicle has got even more attractive proportion.

Exterior

The all new exclusive Mercedes Benz G class is a visionary classic among the off-road vehicles thanks to its superb style and breath taking looks. Starting from the front the vehicle gets a sturdy look with a clearly dominant Benz logo fixed to the grilles as well a new type of LED daytime running lights seen below the headlamps. On the sides the new G class gets 19 inch alloy wheels which adds touch to the already expensive looks the vehicle has. Apart from all this the vehicle gets a twin tailpipe exhaust system, radiator grille having chrome coating, flared wheel arches, new radiator grilles with twin slats, new bumpers with clearly visible large air intakes and red brake callipers. Even with all these new improvements the high-class style, functionality, reliability and quality of the vehicle still remains unchanged.

Interior

No matter which road you are taking, rocky terrains or the smooth highways- the new Mercedes Benz G class offers comfort like no other SUV. The interior of this vehicle has been hand crafted to give it an impeccable look along with the cabin which is a showcase of modern-day luxury. Talking more on luxury this car get heated and active ventilated front seats, rear seas and a multifunction steering wheel, which is all hand-fitted in surplus amount of Premium leather. Other eye-catching features inside includes power folding mirrors, vivid freestanding colour LCD screen, Enhanced voice controls, hands free Bluetooth, 450-watt, 12-speaker Harman / kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system and a rear view camera all in order to give maximum comfort while making a journey in this car.

Engine & Performance

The G class is surprisingly competent, exhibiting a compliant ride. Thanks to its massive engine option that powers the vehicle. There are two engine options which comes with the Mercedes Benz G class. The first one being 5.5 litre V8 engine in G550 producing a maximum power of 382 HP and a max torque of 530 Nm. The second one being even more powerful which is a newly handcrafted 5.5 litre V8 engine in the G63 AMG producing a maximum  power of 536 HP and a maximum torque of 760 Nm. The G550 can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds while the G63 AMG reaches 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds.  Both these types of engines are mated to a seven speed automatic transmission and 2 speed transfer case, to made the vehicle drive even in the most versatile conditions.

Type	Displacement(cc)	Max Power (BHP)	Max Torque (Nm)
G 550	5461	382	530
G 63 AMG	5461	536	760

Safety

The G alphabet in the name implies G-Guard which stands for protection and drives for your protection. The vehicle has a unique network of protective features hidden beneath its exterior which is almost identical to its serially produced counterparts. This includes high-tensile steel, ingenious designs, state of art ceramic composite materials, innovative technologies, special penetration-resistant and shatterproof glazing with specially reinforced body. In addition to all this the vehicle has been shot at, blown up and tested as per internationally recognized authorities and independent experts. This can ensure you that the new Mercedes Benz G class won’t let you down in case of any accidents or even an emergency.

Specifications

Features	Mercedes Benz G 550	Mercedes Benz G63 AMG
Engine	5461cc, 8 Cylinder	5461cc, 8 Cylinder
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	96 L	96 L
Power	382 bhp	530 bhp
Mileage	9.7 km	7.7 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Mercedes Benz G 550	Rs. 1,32,90,000
Mercedes Benz G63 AMG	Rs. 1,50,00,000

Range Rover Evoque

The Range Rover Evoque is the production model of LRX concept vehicle which was unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in January 2008. Such was the impact of this LRX concept that the British government granted 27 million to the Land Rover to manufacture this compact SUV at its Halewood assembly facility in Liverpool in March 2009. In India, the production started in July 2011 after collaborating with Jaguar under Tata Motors. After Freelander and Discovery, Evoque is the third Range Rover in the Indian market and comes in 2 body variants; 3-door and 5-door. The sporty and attractive SUV specifically targets the youth and the urban audience and stands apart from other vehicles in the over-crowded Indian roads. Land Rover has sold more than 90,000 units just within a year of its launch which proves that it is giving a tough competition to the existing high end SUVs like Audi Q5 and BMW X3 in India. The Evoque, with its many impressive features and looks is quite expensive, and ranges from 45 to 58 lakhs.

Exterior

One simply cannot resist the smart and sporty looks of Range Rover Evoque. From the front, the raised bonnet with embossed ridges and air vents, dual horizontally placed chrome plated hexagonal mesh front grille with the bold font Range Rover name above it, eye-catching devilish rounded Xenon lighting headlights with sparkling LED placed in stepped headlamp console, crystalline fog lamps placed in grooves on either sides of the wide and muscular front bumper, black matt brushed skid plate, large centrally placed air dam, rain sensing wiper incorporated on the large tinted windscreen and panoramic sunroof with sun-blinds, all add up to the lavish and sporty appearance of this SUV.

The sideline of this car is sleek, aerodynamic and sloping. The head lamps and tail lamps appear sharp and crispy when viewed from side. The sharp blend from bonnet to windshield, muscular shoulders, rising beltline, tapering roof, athletic 18-inch 7-spoked wheel aches with silver finish, rear spoiler, shining paint finish, wheel fenders and power-folding outside rear view mirrors (ORVMs) attract the most when Range Rover Evoque is viewed from the side. From the rear, tinted short and wide windshield, roof mounted sleek LED stoplights, sporty rounded shaped glittering headlamps, trapezoidal rear fog lamps and twin exhausts at either sides and black matt brushed skid plate, add up to the overall exterior looks of this compact SUV. Range Rover Evoque measures 4355 mm (3-door) and 4365 (5-door) mm in length, 1965 mm in width, 1605 mm (3-door) and 1665 mm (5-door) in height with a ground clearance of 215 mm.

Range Rover Evoque Colours

Range Rover Evoque comes with the following colour options:

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  Fuji White


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  Indus Silver


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  Santorini Black


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  Galway Green


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  Orkney Grey


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  Sumatra Black


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  Ipanema Sand


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  Firenze Red


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  Colima Lime


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  Buckingham Blue

Interior

The British car manufacturer does not make its cars for common people. It targets a specific audience, people who are rich and want their vehicles to stand apart in the crowd. The luxury of Range Rover Evoque continues when it comes to interiors also. The look and the feel of the expensive cabin are aesthetic and get the latest Terrain Response technology which changes the lighting inside the cabin with change in the terrain. The rich dual tone (black/metal) dashboard, generous use of leather and central console enhance the looks of this SUV. The central console docks a touch-operated crystal clear split-screen LCD presenting “floating” 3D vehicle data display, SatNav and dual view technology (two people can view two different things). The aluminum central console features a phone docking station which stretches the length of the cabin, separating the four seats. The instrument cluster gets attractive and sharp twin dials and are set deep in circular tunnel like housings and are adorned by bright chrome surrounds. Though the passenger sits low to get the sporty feel, the seats are very comfortable with adequate amount of legroom. Other features include leather upholstered seats, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, audio controls on adjustable steering wheel, integrated cup-holders, ample storage space, parking sensors, reverse parking cameras, air conditioning with dual zone automatic climate control, rear defogger, push button start feature and high quality Meridien sound system.

Engine & Performance

The Range Rover Evoque gets both diesel as well as petrol powered engines. The 2.2 litre 4 cylinder inline diesel engine named SD4 produces a maximum power of 190 bhp @ 3500 rpm and a max torque of 420 Nm @ 1750 rpm. On the other hand the 2.0 litre Si4 petrol engine produces a maximum power of 240 bhp @ 5500 rpm and a max torque of 340 Nm @ 1750 rpm. Both these engines are mated to a six speed automatic transmission which helps the vehicle improve fuel economy.

Type	Displacement(cc)	Max Power (BHP/rpm)	Max Torque (Nm/rpm)
Petrol	1999	240/5500	340/1750
Diesel	2179	190/3500	420/1750

Safety

When it comes to handling and safety, Range Rover Evoque is the best in its segment of cars. Some of the handling features include ABS with EBD technology, Electronic stability program, front ventilated and rear disc brakes, high quality suspension system, high profile tires, hill descent control, roll stability control and electric parking brake. The Terrain Response feature adapts the SUV’s engine and transmission to the terrain thereby increasing traction, control and comfort with the aid of four Terrain Response settings: General Driving, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud and Sand. Other safety features include front and rear parking sensors, fog lamps, 8 SRS airbags, and rear defogger.

Specifications

Features	Base Petrol Variant (Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Dynamic)	Base Diesel Variant (Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Pure)
Engine	1999cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve	2179cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	70 L	70 L
Power	236.7bhp @ 5500rpm	187.4bhp @ 3500rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	4.2/7.4 km	4.7/8.14 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Pure (Diesel)	Rs. 45,00,000
Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Dynamic (Diesel)	Rs. 51,00,000
Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Prestige (Diesel)	Rs. 53,00,000
Range Rover Evoque 2.0L Dynamic (Petrol)	Rs. 58,00,000